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The Village of Red Creek
Extend Connections from the Village Center to the Broader Community
Community Design Principles
A community becomes greater than the sum of its individual parts when there is a network of
connections that link resources and destinations within the community and connects to distant
destinations and routes. The village of Red Creek has many resources, including residential
neighborhoods, schools, and recreation areas that are within easy walking and bicycling distance
from the civic center. These resources can be linked through a network that includes existing
walks and paths, and introduces new routes in strategic locations as shown in Figure 12.
Red Creek, New York
Design Principles to Guide Revitalization
Design Principles Frame Village Plan
Collectively these design principles establish a framework for a village revitalization that restores valued physical characteristics and fosters desired civic
social patterns. Figure 13 illustrates the integrative nature of the design
principles and the cumulative potential of their implementation.
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Strengthen entry and arrival into the village
Develop a system of publicly accessible outdoor spaces
Strengthen the pedestrian environment in the village center
Extend a network of pathways that link the village center to the broader community
The design recommendations that follow provide a framework for physical improvements in the village. This document
describes the significance of the individual principles, illustrates strategies that the village might use to strengthen each, and
provides a summary plan that illustrates their integration. As the village considers public improvements and development
proposals they should analyze the degree to which individual projects contribute to and strengthen this framework.
Entryways and gateways mark the edge of a village and signify arrival. Creating a strong sense of entry for Red Creek will
in turn strengthen the identity of the village, slow traffic and can encourage travelers to stop along the way. A sequence of
entry and arrival into the village core signals a change in the character and type of activities taking place.
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The design and layout of a community strongly affects its character and image as well as types of activities that take place.
The physical structure and appearance of the village should support desired uses and activities, and express or reinforce the
community’s unique sense of place. Through the vision planning process, Red Creek community members identified valued
community resources and physical characteristics, many of which have been altered or lost over time. An analysis of existing conditions and a series of design studies revealed four critical design principles that, if addressed collectively, would
reestablish the community character and provide a setting that would contribute to a vibrant village life.
Strengthen Entry and Arrival into the Village
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Entry is a sequential experience and should begin at or before the
village boundary and continue into the village center. The village
boundary should be marked and properties that line entry routes should
be occupied and well maintained.
Figure 12 Diagram showing potential
pedestrian connections and linkages from
village center to nearby locations
Getting Involved
For more information contact Sheila
Martin, (315) 754-8420, or refer to the
Village of Red Creek Website at
www.redcreekny.com. Full documentation of the workshop activities,
including community assessments,
mapping and analysis, is available in
the Vision Planning Notebook located
in the Red Creek Library.
The vision planning process was
sponsored by the Red Creek Revitalization
Committee with funding from the Village
of Red Creek and the New York State
Governor’s Office for Small Cities.
existing open spaces
open space opportunities
Spring 2005
pedestrian zones
pedestrian links
Figure 13 Diagram illustrating pedestrian and open space improvements in the Village
center. Some specific ideas (identified on the plan) include the following:
a Widen sidewalks at intersections (See Figure 11)
b Create park to terminate entry view and provide gathering
places with eating and other amenities (See Figure 6)
c Improve appearance and function of parking lots (See Figure 7)
Figure 1 View looking east at Memorial Park
Defining a consistent corridor edge using a regular repetition of
street trees, low fencing or low hedges will signal impending arrival
into the village center. Figure 1 at Memorial Park illustrates a stronger
definition of the roadway edge using street trees, and the introduction
of a sidewalk and cross walk.
Close to the village center, wider sidewalks, crosswalks and striped onstreet parking are signs of civic and commercial activity. These types of
improvements are illustrated in Figure 2 in the vicinity of the auto parts store.
As shown in Figure 3, the addition of a simple wrought iron fence and street
trees at the old hotel would help buffer the open lot and improve the view
into the village center.
d Create wetland overlook and streamside trail network
e Provide walkway, seating areas, pond edge access and improve
appearance of backs of Main Street buildings (See Figure 5)
f Improve access and connections to Hunter Park (See Figure 4)
Figure 2 View looking east towards the auto-parts store
g Strengthen entry sequence from the west (See Figure 1-3)
Center for Community Design Research
Faculty of Landscape Architecture
SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry
One Forestry Drive Syracuse, NY 13210 - 4721
ccdr@esf.edu
Figure 3 View looking east towards hotel corner
The approach to the major village intersection should be terminated
by buildings or features that express a unique sense of place and
village scale that give the visitor a sense of arrival. (See Figure 6)
Develop a System of Publicly Accessible Outdoor Spaces
Strengthen the Pedestrian Environment in the Village Center
Creating an environment that encourages and supports pedestrians, allows people of all ages to move easily around the community. A pedestrian oriented community encourages social interaction, independence for children, and a healthy active
lifestyle. Designing for pedestrians provides separation from vehicular traffic, detailed and interesting edge conditions, and
convenient, interconnected routes between activities and destinations.
Publicly accessible outdoor spaces provide the setting for a community’s social life.
These public areas provide settings for gathering, socializing, talking, relaxing, and
celebrating. The Red Creek community will benefit from the creation of outdoor spaces
that are flexible places, that can be adaptable for individual or small group relaxation,
large-scale community gatherings, seasonal markets and annual festivals. The village
offers opportunities for open space development in various locations. Each location will
be different in size and setting, creating a diverse open space network that will encourage
activity at multiple points within the village center.
The village of Red Creek already possesses many characteristics that make it a walkable community, including compact size
and an interesting village core. However, the walking environment can be improved through the design of comfortable
seating areas and through design detail that is visually engaging to people moving on foot.
The existing open space in the village center, including Hunter’s Park
and Memorial Park, can be improved to facilitate access and increase use.
Creative redevelopment of existing sites will enhance the visual character
of the community and increase public use of these areas. Figure 4
illustrates improvements at Hunter Park, including the addition of lawn
and planting areas adjacent to the road, attractive railings, benches and the
removal of the covered bridge, to provide a more welcoming approach to
the park and the pond.
Figure 4 Ideas for improvements to Hunter’s Park
The location of the pond and stream corridor in the village center provides
a unique opportunity. The village should explore the potential to incorporate
these natural areas into the village open space system. Access to these areas
will require cooperation of private property owners; however, the village
could discuss cooperative agreements to establish easements permitting
access and to assist with building improvements. Figure 5 illustrates a
proposal to provide public access to the pond behind the buildings along
Main Street. By installing a walkway, seating areas and a community
boat/kayak launch, residents and visitors would have direct access to the
pond, allowing it to function as a community resource.
An interconnected network of well maintained sidewalks and paths as diagrammed in Figure 8 provides pedestrians with a
choice of routes and experiences. Walk surfaces do not have to be fancy but they must be free of tripping hazards; grade
changes and steep slopes should be sensitively addressed; and snow and ice must be removed during the winter months.
Pedestrians appreciate the architectural detail of restored historic buildings, and interesting,
well crafted signs. The series of sketches in Figure 9 illustrate ideas for renovation of the old
hotel and a storefront in the village center to restore historic features and details. Widening the
sidewalks in front of the buildings as shown in Figure 10 provides an appropriately scaled
sidewalk space in relation to the existing historic buildings. Pedestrian oriented improvements in this prominent location in the village center will provide necessary space for walking
as well as for benches, and tables and chairs for relaxing and gathering.
Figure 9 Examples of building
renovations for the hotel and
store fronts
Figure 5 Ideas for improvements along pond edge
Parking lots can be attractively designed to encourage efficient use and
provide pleasant and safe pedestrian access (See Figure 6 & 7). During
festivals and special events these lots can serve as gathering areas with
parking directed to lots outside the immediate village core but within walking distance.
Pedestrian safety requires physical separation from traffic and an
understanding of the anticipated movement patterns. Parked cars
and tree planting strips separate pedestrians from traffic. Designated, visible crosswalks encourage pedestrian crossing in areas
with adequate sight lines and alert drivers to pedestrian presence.
Figure 8 Diagram illustrating the interconnection of the village
open space and the pedestrian oriented zone of the village
Figures 6 (above) & Figure 7 (below) Ideas for a
small public community park between Main Street and
the existing municipal parking lot. Seen from Main
Street the park features should terminate the view upon
arriving in the village center and provide a place for
seating, displays, and small gatherings.
Figure 10 Possible improvements at the Main Street
intersection looking west
existing open spaces
pedestrian zones
open space opportunities
pedestrian links
Figure 11 Possible improvements at the Main
Street intersection looking south
Traffic calming techniques can be initiated to slow vehicular
traffic in the village. Widening sidewalks and adding on-street
parking narrows the road, slowing traffic. Adding street trees
gives the perception of narrowing and further slow drivers.
Reduced street width and designated crossings will clarify
desired traffic patterns and increase safety for both pedestrians
and drivers.
Develop a System of Publicly Accessible Outdoor Spaces
Strengthen the Pedestrian Environment in the Village Center
Creating an environment that encourages and supports pedestrians, allows people of all ages to move easily around the community. A pedestrian oriented community encourages social interaction, independence for children, and a healthy active
lifestyle. Designing for pedestrians provides separation from vehicular traffic, detailed and interesting edge conditions, and
convenient, interconnected routes between activities and destinations.
Publicly accessible outdoor spaces provide the setting for a community’s social life.
These public areas provide settings for gathering, socializing, talking, relaxing, and
celebrating. The Red Creek community will benefit from the creation of outdoor spaces
that are flexible places, that can be adaptable for individual or small group relaxation,
large-scale community gatherings, seasonal markets and annual festivals. The village
offers opportunities for open space development in various locations. Each location will
be different in size and setting, creating a diverse open space network that will encourage
activity at multiple points within the village center.
The village of Red Creek already possesses many characteristics that make it a walkable community, including compact size
and an interesting village core. However, the walking environment can be improved through the design of comfortable
seating areas and through design detail that is visually engaging to people moving on foot.
The existing open space in the village center, including Hunter’s Park
and Memorial Park, can be improved to facilitate access and increase use.
Creative redevelopment of existing sites will enhance the visual character
of the community and increase public use of these areas. Figure 4
illustrates improvements at Hunter Park, including the addition of lawn
and planting areas adjacent to the road, attractive railings, benches and the
removal of the covered bridge, to provide a more welcoming approach to
the park and the pond.
Figure 4 Ideas for improvements to Hunter’s Park
The location of the pond and stream corridor in the village center provides
a unique opportunity. The village should explore the potential to incorporate
these natural areas into the village open space system. Access to these areas
will require cooperation of private property owners; however, the village
could discuss cooperative agreements to establish easements permitting
access and to assist with building improvements. Figure 5 illustrates a
proposal to provide public access to the pond behind the buildings along
Main Street. By installing a walkway, seating areas and a community
boat/kayak launch, residents and visitors would have direct access to the
pond, allowing it to function as a community resource.
An interconnected network of well maintained sidewalks and paths as diagrammed in Figure 8 provides pedestrians with a
choice of routes and experiences. Walk surfaces do not have to be fancy but they must be free of tripping hazards; grade
changes and steep slopes should be sensitively addressed; and snow and ice must be removed during the winter months.
Pedestrians appreciate the architectural detail of restored historic buildings, and interesting,
well crafted signs. The series of sketches in Figure 9 illustrate ideas for renovation of the old
hotel and a storefront in the village center to restore historic features and details. Widening the
sidewalks in front of the buildings as shown in Figure 10 provides an appropriately scaled
sidewalk space in relation to the existing historic buildings. Pedestrian oriented improvements in this prominent location in the village center will provide necessary space for walking
as well as for benches, and tables and chairs for relaxing and gathering.
Figure 9 Examples of building
renovations for the hotel and
store fronts
Figure 5 Ideas for improvements along pond edge
Parking lots can be attractively designed to encourage efficient use and
provide pleasant and safe pedestrian access (See Figure 6 & 7). During
festivals and special events these lots can serve as gathering areas with
parking directed to lots outside the immediate village core but within walking distance.
Pedestrian safety requires physical separation from traffic and an
understanding of the anticipated movement patterns. Parked cars
and tree planting strips separate pedestrians from traffic. Designated, visible crosswalks encourage pedestrian crossing in areas
with adequate sight lines and alert drivers to pedestrian presence.
Figure 8 Diagram illustrating the interconnection of the village
open space and the pedestrian oriented zone of the village
Figures 6 (above) & Figure 7 (below) Ideas for a
small public community park between Main Street and
the existing municipal parking lot. Seen from Main
Street the park features should terminate the view upon
arriving in the village center and provide a place for
seating, displays, and small gatherings.
Figure 10 Possible improvements at the Main Street
intersection looking west
existing open spaces
pedestrian zones
open space opportunities
pedestrian links
Figure 11 Possible improvements at the Main
Street intersection looking south
Traffic calming techniques can be initiated to slow vehicular
traffic in the village. Widening sidewalks and adding on-street
parking narrows the road, slowing traffic. Adding street trees
gives the perception of narrowing and further slow drivers.
Reduced street width and designated crossings will clarify
desired traffic patterns and increase safety for both pedestrians
and drivers.
The Village of Red Creek
Extend Connections from the Village Center to the Broader Community
Community Design Principles
A community becomes greater than the sum of its individual parts when there is a network of
connections that link resources and destinations within the community and connects to distant
destinations and routes. The village of Red Creek has many resources, including residential
neighborhoods, schools, and recreation areas that are within easy walking and bicycling distance
from the civic center. These resources can be linked through a network that includes existing
walks and paths, and introduces new routes in strategic locations as shown in Figure 12.
Red Creek, New York
Design Principles to Guide Revitalization
Design Principles Frame Village Plan
Collectively these design principles establish a framework for a village revitalization that restores valued physical characteristics and fosters desired civic
social patterns. Figure 13 illustrates the integrative nature of the design
principles and the cumulative potential of their implementation.
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Strengthen entry and arrival into the village
Develop a system of publicly accessible outdoor spaces
Strengthen the pedestrian environment in the village center
Extend a network of pathways that link the village center to the broader community
The design recommendations that follow provide a framework for physical improvements in the village. This document
describes the significance of the individual principles, illustrates strategies that the village might use to strengthen each, and
provides a summary plan that illustrates their integration. As the village considers public improvements and development
proposals they should analyze the degree to which individual projects contribute to and strengthen this framework.
Entryways and gateways mark the edge of a village and signify arrival. Creating a strong sense of entry for Red Creek will
in turn strengthen the identity of the village, slow traffic and can encourage travelers to stop along the way. A sequence of
entry and arrival into the village core signals a change in the character and type of activities taking place.
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The design and layout of a community strongly affects its character and image as well as types of activities that take place.
The physical structure and appearance of the village should support desired uses and activities, and express or reinforce the
community’s unique sense of place. Through the vision planning process, Red Creek community members identified valued
community resources and physical characteristics, many of which have been altered or lost over time. An analysis of existing conditions and a series of design studies revealed four critical design principles that, if addressed collectively, would
reestablish the community character and provide a setting that would contribute to a vibrant village life.
Strengthen Entry and Arrival into the Village
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Entry is a sequential experience and should begin at or before the
village boundary and continue into the village center. The village
boundary should be marked and properties that line entry routes should
be occupied and well maintained.
Figure 12 Diagram showing potential
pedestrian connections and linkages from
village center to nearby locations
Getting Involved
For more information contact Sheila
Martin, (315) 754-8420, or refer to the
Village of Red Creek Website at
www.redcreekny.com. Full documentation of the workshop activities,
including community assessments,
mapping and analysis, is available in
the Vision Planning Notebook located
in the Red Creek Library.
The vision planning process was
sponsored by the Red Creek Revitalization
Committee with funding from the Village
of Red Creek and the New York State
Governor’s Office for Small Cities.
existing open spaces
open space opportunities
Spring 2005
pedestrian zones
pedestrian links
Figure 13 Diagram illustrating pedestrian and open space improvements in the Village
center. Some specific ideas (identified on the plan) include the following:
a Widen sidewalks at intersections (See Figure 11)
b Create park to terminate entry view and provide gathering
places with eating and other amenities (See Figure 6)
c Improve appearance and function of parking lots (See Figure 7)
Figure 1 View looking east at Memorial Park
Defining a consistent corridor edge using a regular repetition of
street trees, low fencing or low hedges will signal impending arrival
into the village center. Figure 1 at Memorial Park illustrates a stronger
definition of the roadway edge using street trees, and the introduction
of a sidewalk and cross walk.
Close to the village center, wider sidewalks, crosswalks and striped onstreet parking are signs of civic and commercial activity. These types of
improvements are illustrated in Figure 2 in the vicinity of the auto parts store.
As shown in Figure 3, the addition of a simple wrought iron fence and street
trees at the old hotel would help buffer the open lot and improve the view
into the village center.
d Create wetland overlook and streamside trail network
e Provide walkway, seating areas, pond edge access and improve
appearance of backs of Main Street buildings (See Figure 5)
f Improve access and connections to Hunter Park (See Figure 4)
Figure 2 View looking east towards the auto-parts store
g Strengthen entry sequence from the west (See Figure 1-3)
Center for Community Design Research
Faculty of Landscape Architecture
SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry
One Forestry Drive Syracuse, NY 13210 - 4721
ccdr@esf.edu
Figure 3 View looking east towards hotel corner
The approach to the major village intersection should be terminated
by buildings or features that express a unique sense of place and
village scale that give the visitor a sense of arrival. (See Figure 6)